Bay View
Neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia
Norfolk City County 23503
Bungalows and Cape Cods near East Ocean View Avenue
More than half of the residents in Bay View rent their homes, but those looking to find their permanent place in this beach community can find plenty of options. Condos and beach bungalows along East Ocean View Avenue have wide views of Chesapeake Bay. “Bay View still has some rebuilding to go through, but homes there are seeing higher market values like everyone else. There are short-term rentals in the area, too,” says Heidi Johnson, an associate broker at Bunch Real Estate with over seven years of experience. The area has attached and detached condos with second-story balconies that sell for $550,000 to almost $1 million, and high-rise condo buildings sit further east with units that go for $265,000 to $500,000. Bay View residents who need more space live in three-bedroom ranch-style and Cape Cod homes farther inland with attached garages or uncovered parking that sell for $200,000 to $450,000. Larger Craftsman homes that sell for $450,000 to $550,000 also sit within the neighborhood and often feature five bedrooms.Exploring Grove Beach or Bay Oaks Park
Bay View residents have plenty of options when they want to get outside and make memories. Beachgoers can lay out on the sand or swim in the Chesapeake Bay at Grove Beach or Cone Beach. “Ocean View gets busy, but I wouldn’t call it a tourist area. Locals definitely go there, but the oceanfront in Virginia Beach gets much busier,” Johnson says.Locals can walk or bike to the shore. Those who want to skip the sand visit Community Beach Park or Bay Oaks Park to let their kids climb on the playground equipment. For a quieter day out, Ocean View Golf Course offers public and members-only tee times for their 18-hole course. Residents can become members at the Bayview Recreation Center to use their gym, game room, playground or outdoor basketball court.
Learning leadership at Norview High
Bay View Elementary, home of the Dolphins, welcomes young students to learn and earns a B-minus from Niche. Parents who live close to the school's campus can walk their kids to class. Students later attend the C-rated Azalea Gardens Middle School before moving on to Norview High School, which gets a C-minus and offers students the chance to learn how to direct their community with the Leadership Center for the Sciences and Engineering.Churches and flood watches
Five churches, including the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, sit within Bay View. Getting easy access to the bay also means keeping an eye out for flooding. “That area, especially closer to the water, has a flooding risk. It’s a home-by-home case for those who need flood insurance. And homeowners don’t have to choose FEMA; there are other options,” Johnson says.Norfolk International Airport 5 miles away
Norfolk International Airport is 5 miles south and takes about a 15-minute drive. Residents can wait for a Hampton Roads Transit bus at a stop along Chesapeake Boulevard and ride to downtown Norfolk. Narrow sidewalks run in front of the homes, giving residents a path to use when biking to the beach or taking their pets for a walk in the sun. Naval Station Norfolk and USCG Station Little Creek border the neighborhood. “It’s not the noisiest area in Norfolk, but you’ll hear planes,” Johnson says.Barbecue and brews at The Bold Mariner Brewing Company
Friends get together at The Bold Mariner Brewing Company for signature craft beer. Customers can order charcuterie platters or hummus on Mondays and Tuesdays or stop by Wednesdays through Sundays to try southern barbecue from Bar-Q (Bark). Cap’n Ron’s Bar & Grill is a dive spot where locals go to play pool and try seafood bites.When it’s time to stock up on groceries, residents drive down to the Walmart Neighborhood Market on East Little Creek Road or north to the Harris Teeter. Locals also visit Family Dollar for last-minute items like sunscreen or snacks before hitting the beach.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brenda Armitage
Brenda Armitage
Responds QuicklySwell Realty Co
(757) 568-8760
31 Total Sales
1 in Bay View
$295,000 Price
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Mary Rice
Mary Rice
Liz Moore & Associates LLC
(231) 715-5290
112 Total Sales
2 in Bay View
$250K - $295K Price Range
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James Nay
James Nay
River City Elite Properties
(804) 609-2378
976 Total Sales
1 in Bay View
$700,000 Price
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Nicole Glocker
Nicole Glocker
Iron Valley Real Estate Hampton Roads
(757) 654-2571
208 Total Sales
2 in Bay View
$350K - $365K Price Range
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Christina Fleck
Christina Fleck
World Class Realty
(757) 960-8686
104 Total Sales
5 in Bay View
$160K - $320K Price Range
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Dana Gustafson
Dana Gustafson
BHHS RW Towne Realty
(757) 294-8892
55 Total Sales
1 in Bay View
$310,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Imagination Island
Tarrallton Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Northside Park
Bay Oaks Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Community Beach Park
- Basketball
- Beach
- Playground
Pretty Lake Playground
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bay View | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bay View Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bay View, Norfolk sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Bay View, Norfolk over the last 12 months is $325,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$330,000
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$335,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$489,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$248,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
193
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,270
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,514
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,129
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,107
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
790
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
10,175
Median Age
39
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,492
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,022
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.7%
College Graduates
26.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.9%
% Population in Labor Force
75.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Bel-Aire
Tranquil, woodsy neighborhood between Norfolk beaches and military bases
Colonial Heights
Smaller homes with yard space, nearby shopping just 3 miles from Ocean View Beach
East Ocean View
Oceanfront cottages and luxury townhouses welcome families to northwest Norfolk
North Camellia Acres
Coastal living in an established Norfolk suburb
Northside
Older Cape Cods and Craftsman homes bordered by Naval Base Norfolk and beaches
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